Mr. Patton's surprise party was featured on Kleenex’s “Messages of Care” campaign, which shares the personal stories of people all over the country who could use a tissue during emotional times in their lives.

Posted: Oct 16 2015 06:19PM EDT

Updated: Oct 17 2015 05:42PM EDT

(INSIDE EDITION) -

These students surprised their longtime elementary school custodian with a party to show their appreciation for all his hard work.

In a video posted by Kleenex, Mr. Patton explained how he takes pride in his work every day at a Nashville elementary school.

“It’s really important for kids to go to a clean school,” he said.

The entire school planned a surprise party for the custodian to show their appreciation.

They told him that there was a spill in the gymnasium but when he walked in, all the children cheered for him.

When the school, along with Kleenex, gave him a check for $1,000, Mr. Patton was overcome with emotion.

Kleenex’s “Messages of Care” campaign shares the personal stories of people all over the country who could use a tissue during emotional times in their lives.